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Doo.Ri Fall 2012

Melody Nazarian — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 16:33:08 PST

>> Sophisticated to the max; that's how Doo.Ri is doing it for Fall 2012. Gorgeous draping, moody hues, wool pants, and mixed-knit turtlenecks are streamlined and chic. Hemlines are demure; silhouettes are loose with bouts of airy asymmetry. Even leather pants are less tough and more ladylike. Finishing off the polished looks are slick ponytails accentuated with beautiful black ribbon headbands.

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Doo.Ri Spring 2012

fashionologie — Fri, 09 Sep 2011 16:51:26 PDT

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Doo.Ri Does Edgy Elegance For Fall 2011

Chi Diem Chau — Fri, 11 Feb 2011 22:45:17 PST

>> Doo-Ri Chung switched things up for her Fall 2011 collection by injecting an edgy tailored touch to her signature draping skills. The look was described by Chung as "linear structure" and inspired by artist Beverly Semmes. Jersey gowns - Chung's bread and butter - were of course present, this time remixed with thigh-high slits and intricate cord macrame detailing. There, too, were more tailored pieces like felted wool coats, nylon jackets, trousers, and silk blazers. Meanwhile, fur jackets, cozy dolman sweaters, leather insets, and mohair embroidered tops added an overall textural quality to the collection. Stylist Beat Bolliger furthered the modern-vibed collection with a selection of chunky woven booties and racy lace-up thigh-high boots. No doubt, Chung has made a definite departure from her draping heavy collections in the past, and it's looking good.

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2011 Spring New York Fashion Week: Doo.ri

fashionologie — Fri, 10 Sep 2010 17:35:23 PDT

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Dark, Moody, and Jewel-Encrusted at Doo.Ri Fall 2010

coutorture — Sat, 13 Feb 2010 05:58:03 PST

Doo-Ri Chung's fall 2010 collection shown at Chelsea's Eyebeam Gallery yesterday started off with two strong navy and black looks-first a sharp jacket with a draped hem paired with slim trousers, followed by a military style shirtdress that fell lose around the hips with the same black netting.

Chung's military-inspired pieces, especially the pants which had buckles hanging off the hips and diagonal snaps along the thigh, were among her best looks. The black and blue theme carrying over through one almost electric blue-dyed fox fur coat with black leather trim and a series of cropped jackets, one which changed from blue to black depending on the light and one whose marble print was reminiscent of Doo.Ri spring 2010.

Skipping over the moments of geranium red and crystal-encrusted everything (leggings, jersey dresses, even the models lips were painted pale blue and made glittery), the show ended on a high note with two long and lean evening looks, most memorable in a gray suede sleeveless top and floor-length narrow skirt.

New York Fashion Week: Doo.Ri Fall 2010

coutorture — Fri, 12 Feb 2010 18:24:23 PST

New York 02/12/10 Getty

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Doo.Ri Introduces Printed Separates for Pre-Fall 2010

coutorture — Wed, 16 Dec 2009 12:03:31 PST

Doo-Ri Chung experimented with digital, abstract prints and floral screen prints for pre-fall-the former on ruffled tops, tiered skirts, and short dresses and the latter on an ivory cropped jacket with ballon sleeves. Although the designer played with a few new ideas, there were plenty of the popular draped jersey dresses for which the collection has become known. Click below for our favorite looks from Doo.Ri pre-fall.

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Runway Report: Doo.Ri Spring 2010

coutorture — Thu, 17 Sep 2009 11:02:28 PDT

As many designers lighted up their collections this season, Doo Ri Chung increased the hard-edge for spring 2010. The first look-a quilted silk dress with sculpted shoulders-set the tone for a show that built upon Chung's signature draped jersey pieces by bulking up the fabrics with overlays of tulle and introducing thin chain details.

The majority of the collection was stone, silver or slate, with a poppy pink chiffon blouse and tulle dress being the most aggressive displays of color. Standout cocktail pieces included a sculpted blue dress with tulle netting, a blush jersey dress snaked and dripping in chains, and a pearl gray pleated mini. An asymmetrical gray vest that capped the shoulders in half circles of delicate chains also made an impact.

Chung's inspiration from artist Annette Messager's sculptural installations was clear in her turn to more structured silhouettes, and in the models' matte gray lipstick and wire necklaces.

New York Fashion Week: Doo.Ri Spring 2010

coutorture — Wed, 16 Sep 2009 19:28:53 PDT

New York 09/16/09. Getty Images

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New York Fashion Week: Doo.ri Fall 2009

coutorture — Thu, 19 Feb 2009 07:53:24 PST

New York 02/18/09. Photos by Astrid Stawiarz/Getty Images.

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